Models and Miniatures
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
1930s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Mid-20th Century British Rustic Models and Miniatures
Brass
1950s American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Steel, Iron
2010s Brazilian Models and Miniatures
Multi-gemstone, Quartz
Early 20th Century American Industrial Models and Miniatures
Wood, Plaster
Early 20th Century Italian Models and Miniatures
Wood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Rattan
20th Century Italian Models and Miniatures
Brass
20th Century Chinese Models and Miniatures
Stone, Carnelian, Jade, Enamel
Late 19th Century Unknown Industrial Antique Models and Miniatures
Plaster
20th Century Italian Models and Miniatures
Wood, Paint
19th Century European Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Bronze
Early 20th Century British Models and Miniatures
Brass
1940s British Folk Art Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Paper
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
Late 19th Century British Antique Models and Miniatures
Other
1950s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
19th Century British Antique Models and Miniatures
Tulipwood
1970s Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1920s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Antique Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
1920s British Folk Art Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
19th Century English Antique Models and Miniatures
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Qing Models and Miniatures
Hardwood
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Models and Miniatures
Oak
Early 20th Century German Edwardian Models and Miniatures
Carrara Marble
19th Century Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Models and Miniatures
Plastic
Early 19th Century Italian Directoire Antique Models and Miniatures
Ebony, Fruitwood, Walnut, Pine
Early 20th Century Italian Rustic Models and Miniatures
Copper, Brass
1950s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1950s British Vintage Models and Miniatures
Aluminum, Brass
1980s Mexican Post-Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Paper
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
1890s English Baroque Revival Antique Models and Miniatures
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Models and Miniatures
Acrylic, Porcelain
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Models and Miniatures
Stone, Metal
1990s Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Brass
Late 19th Century French Antique Models and Miniatures
Other
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Models and Miniatures
Porcelain, Wood
Late 20th Century Spanish Modern Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
19th Century American Industrial Antique Models and Miniatures
Wrought Iron
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
1830s Italian Renaissance Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Cherry, Maple
Early 19th Century English George III Antique Models and Miniatures
Pottery
1950s Hollywood Regency Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
20th Century European Space Age Models and Miniatures
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Dutch Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Ceramic
Late 20th Century American Rustic Models and Miniatures
Brass
19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Oak
19th Century English Other Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
1960s Unknown Hollywood Regency Vintage Models and Miniatures
Brass
Early 2000s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
1930s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Antique and Vintage Models and Miniatures
There’s a place in every room for antique and vintage models and miniatures to fit in as small pieces of decor with character. Given their diversity of design, they are well suited to fit any style of space. From boats and spaceships to animals and race cars, there is a model for every taste.
Among the earliest known uses of miniatures are models found in Egypt dating back to 3,000 B.C. They were placed in pyramids as part of religious ceremonies. Elsewhere in the ancient world, small-scale architectural models were used in burial rituals. Since then, people have made miniaturized models for a variety of purposes.
Around the turn of the last century, toy companies created sought-after miniatures like trains. In the 1930s, airplane model kits took off in popularity. Later, Pop artists helped turn these kid treasures into a higher art form, such as Andy Warhol’s 1983 Toy Paintings.
Many people now use miniatures to decorate. Miniatures and models can be a playful accent, especially in areas of leisure, like a living room, salon or bedroom. Some collect miniatures to show off a range of favorite passions, while others focus on one type of model to add sophistication to their home.
Models can depict animals, people or places — as they do for an interactive project called Gulliver’s Gate in New York — and can contribute to the curation of a space or express a personality. Connoisseurs can find folk art and historical miniatures from every era. They have been created in classic and modern designs ranging from kitsch collectibles to old-world oddities.
Explore the collection of models and miniatures on 1stDibs today to build your collection and bring whimsical joy to your home.